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Gene Adam Lavergne

Opelousas-Private Graveside services will be held for Gene Adam Lavergne at Bellevue Memorial Park in Opelousas. Gene Lavergne, 68, beloved Husband, Father, and Grandfather, was called to his eternal resting place with Our Lord on April 3, 2020, at Lafayette General Medical Center at the age of 68.

Ellis Pitre

Ellis Pitre passed away on Friday, April 3, 2020 at the age of 80. A Private Graveside Service will be held at Billeau Cemetery with Deacon Chuck Ortego officiating. A Memorial Service will be planned at a later date.

News notes

Administrative Day cancelled The Eunice Rotary Club has cancelled its annual Administrative Professionals’ Day scheduled for the end of April. With the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and much discussion and many weeks of planning the Rotary has decided to cancel the event.

Cattle producers face price declines amid coronavirus pandemic

Cattle producers are facing significant price declines because of the coronavirus pandemic. LSU AgCenter economist Kurt Guidry said prices have fallen about 7% in two months for fed cattle, or animals that are ready for slaughter.

Spice up your landscape with the FlameThrower coleus series

If you want to add a splash of spicy color and unique foliage to your yard this spring, look no further. The LSU AgCenter has selected a unique series of plants that are sure to please for the 2020 Louisiana Super Plants program this spring.

Playing the politics of calamity

Calamities and politics have gone hand-in-hand in Louisiana for a long time, and it is almost a certainty that the coronavirus crisis will be no different.

St. Landry Parish School Board announces meal availability starting Monday

St. Landry Parish School Board announces meal availability The St. Landry Parish School Board announced the availability of meals resuming on Monday. “We have worked out where we can deliver meals to several locations on Monday rather than only have pick-up at the St.

City’s public places closed

The gate to the Eunice City Lake was closed after Eunice Mayor Scott Fontenot announced the closing of the city’s parks, playgrounds and recreation facilities effective today. The mayor’s order is in compliance with Gov. John Bel Edwards’ proclamation about staying at home.

Now is a good time to tend to citrus

Many people in Louisiana have their own citrus tree. Whether it is a lemon, orange or the popular satsuma, people grow them to enjoy the fresh fruit the trees will provide in the coming fall and winter.

Troopers urge heightened online awareness during COVID-19

The coronavirus pandemic has led to school closures throughout the state. Consequently, there has been a substantial increase in the amount of time children are spending online. The increased unfettered access has led to amplified opportunities for online child predators.